Care needs can change over a lifetime
For many persons with intellectual disabilities, support is not limited to childhood or a particular stage of education. Their needs, abilities and circumstances may change as they grow older. Families may need access to continuing guidance, appropriate healthcare, rehabilitation, safe living arrangements and opportunities for social participation.
Lifelong care is about planning support with dignity and respect. It recognises the individual as a person with preferences, strengths, relationships and the right to be included in decisions that affect their life.
What a supportive care system should consider
- Individual needs, preferences and abilities.
- Safe and respectful living environments.
- Access to appropriate healthcare and rehabilitation.
- Communication, daily living and social participation.
- Family involvement and continuity of support.
PremTarini Jeevan Aashray Foundation aims to promote lifelong care institutions, residential homes and rehabilitation centres as part of its charitable objectives. Such services require careful planning, qualified personnel, safeguarding and applicable approvals.